Concrete is one of the most used materials in construction projects. It is popular for its durability and type of concrete. Usually, made from gravel, sand and water, concrete is broken into two categories: structural and reinforced. Structural Concrete Structurally, concrete is strong in compression. This means that concrete structures can withstand large amounts of…
Like many other building materials, they can be personalized and change their aesthetics. For concrete, there are many options including stains, dyes and pigments. Here are the in depth details of which option is best for you and your project: Stains Most stains establish a different texture, tint and color. But did you know…
Reinforced concrete is a combination of traditional cement concrete with reinforcements (steel bar). This combination is made to use the compressive strength of concrete and tensile strength of steel at the same time, hence, work together to resist many types of loading. The term reinforced is used because the steel reinforces the concrete and makes it…
Designing green infrastructure into cities offer many environmental advantages. Green spaces, like parks, arboretums and rooftop oases, provide relief from the miles of concrete for people to enjoy, wildlife to inhabit and greenery to flourish. Combats Urban Heat Island Effect The EPA defines urban heat island effect as built up areas that are hotter than...
Concrete and asphalt are two building materials used to formulate the makeup of something that directly impacts the lives of everyone: transportation networks. Because the materials are used interchangeably so often, is it important to consider their differences. Here are a few advantages of utilizing concrete for the paving of roads, streets and sidewalks: Duration...